Maitake (Hen of the Woods) Mushroom Grow Kit

IMPORTANT: Ideal Fruiting Temperature: 16 – 20°C
Mushrooms will have significant problems or even fail to grow if temperatures exceed 22°C regularly or for more than very short periods of time.

Quick Facts
Difficulty Level: Advanced, Very Advanced, probably don't buy this.
Growth Speed: 2-4 Weeks
Flushes: Typically 1–2 under proper care, more or less depending on you!
Kit Includes: Pre-colonized, ready-to-fruit Maitake block

Farm-Fresh & High-Yield Guarantee

• Always Fresh: Our blocks are never “old stock.” They’re pulled weekly from active crop lines grown for over 150 top restaurants throughout W.A. Our primary focus is growing wholesale mushrooms—kits are simply taken from these same crop lines. Multiple crops every week. We have the best kits because our focus is not on kits!
• Highest Yields in Australia: If you find another kit that beats ours under the same conditions, we’ll refund both orders—and offer you a job!
• Sustainably Made: Crafted from 100% West Australian hardwood sawdust, W.A. legume hulls, and W.A. wheat bran—sterilized and inoculated by our expert team in W.A.

Flavour & Culinary Tips

• Flavour Profile: Rich, earthy, and intensely umami—excellent in hearty dishes.
• Recipe Ideas:
  • Sauté with butter and onions for a savory side.
  • Add to soups, stews, or braises for a deep, meaty flavor.
  • Roast in the oven with herbs—phenomenal taste and texture.
• Pro Tip: Maitake clusters can be large and layered—harvest before the edges of the “fronds” begin to brown.
  

Care & Growing Instructions

• Unbox & Position: A stable, cool spot with indirect light.
• Mist Daily: Keep humidity high, as Maitake needs consistent moisture.
• Maintain Temperature: 16–20°C.
• Watch Them Grow: Clusters take time; patience is key for a bountiful “hen.”
• More Help: See our detailed Maitake guide online.
  

Why Choose Our Kits?

• Largest Blocks in W.A.: Exactly what we grow for commercial harvests—no downsized versions.
• No Shelves, No Waiting: Straight from our farm to your door, ensuring peak vitality.
• Trusted by Chefs: 150+ professional kitchens rely on our consistent, top-quality produce.
• Eco-Conscious: Substrates are locally and sustainably sourced.